State Legislation

The last week of June finds only eight state legislatures in session. As always, AACS will keep you apprised of the latest legislative and regulatory developments from across the country of interest to barbering and cosmetology schools. The Rhode Island legislature passed identical House and Senate bills earlier this month that reestablish instructor licensure in the Ocean State. Applicants for an instructor’s license must be a licensed hairdresser, cosmetician, barber, manicurist or esthetician for at least three years prior to...

As we approach the middle of June, there are 12 state legislatures in session this week, including three – Alaska, Louisiana and West Virginia – that are convening for a special session related to budget issues. Additionally, New Hampshire’s legislature approved Gov. Maggie Hassan’s request for a special session focused on bills to address the state’s heroin and opioid epidemic. As always, AACS will keep you apprised of the latest legislative and regulatory developments from across the country of interest...